​Project Overview:
The project aimed to empower unemployed women by providing them with employment training opportunities and support in establishing their businesses. It focused on collaborating with stakeholders and delving into the experiences and challenges encountered by women in market businesses. The project utilised interviews, surveys, and partnerships to gather data and provide tailored support.
Outputs:

1. Employment Training Support: Facilitated access to employment training programs for unemployed women, equipping them with skills and resources necessary for potential job opportunities.
   
2. Stakeholder Partnerships: Established partnerships with key stakeholders, including local organisations and support networks, to create a conducive environment for women in the community seeking to initiate and sustain their businesses.
   
3. Research and Data Collection: Conducted interviews and surveys to collect comprehensive data regarding the experiences, obstacles, and needs of women in market businesses, thereby gaining valuable insights into their challenges and aspirations.
   

Outcomes:

1. Empowered Women: Enabled unemployed women to gain valuable skills through employment training, enhancing their employability and self-sufficiency.
   
2. Business Establishment: Supported women in the community to establish their own businesses by providing them with necessary guidance, resources, and support networks cultivated through stakeholder partnerships.
   
3. Insightful Understanding: Obtained a nuanced understanding of the experiences and challenges faced by women in market businesses, allowing for the formulation of targeted strategies to address these challenges effectively.
   

Meaningful Impact:

1. Economic Empowerment: The project significantly contributed to the economic empowerment of unemployed women by providing them with the tools, knowledge, and support necessary to either secure employment through training or establish their businesses, fostering financial independence.
   
2. Community Development: Fostered community development by supporting women in establishing their businesses, thereby contributing to local economic growth and fostering a more diverse and inclusive business landscape.
   

Advocacy and Support: Advocated for the needs and challenges faced by women in market businesses, leading to the implementation of tailored support programs and policies aimed at addressing these specific issues, thereby creating a more supportive and enabling environment for women entrepreneurs.